Painting Tips and Guides
Practical advice for Anaheim and Orange County homeowners: what affects painting costs, how to choose paint and finishes, and what to know before you hire a painter.
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When Is the Best Time to Stain a Deck in Southern California?
Timing makes a big difference to how long a deck stain lasts. In Southern California, the weather is kinder than in many places, but there are still better…
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Choosing a Fence Stain Color: Natural, Semi-Transparent or Solid
Choosing a fence stain color is partly about looks and partly about how much of the wood grain you want to keep. Here is a practical way to…
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Should You Stain Pressure-Treated Wood? What to Know Before You Start
Pressure-treated lumber is a common choice for decks and fences, and many homeowners wonder when it can be stained, or whether it should be at all. The short…
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Stain vs. Paint: Which Is Better for a Deck, Fence or Pergola?
Stain or paint? It is the most common question we hear about exterior wood, and the answer changes depending on whether you are coating a deck, a fence,…
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Paint Sheens Explained: Which Finish Goes Where
Walking into a paint store, the color is only half of the choice. The other half is sheen: how shiny the finished paint is. Sheen affects how a…
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Painting Stucco: Acrylic Paint vs. Elastomeric Coating
Stucco is one of the most common exteriors on Southern California homes, and it is not like painting smooth siding. It is porous and textured, so it takes…
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What Affects the Cost of Painting a House in Orange County?
Homeowners often ask us a simple question: how much does it cost to paint a house? The honest answer is that it depends, because no two homes are…